If you ever told me that I would be spending a Sunday afternoon performing at the United Center with one of my star students, I probably would have laughed you out of the room. But this week, that impossible dream became a reality.
I am absolutely bursting with excitement to share that I had the honor of performing at the Chicago Blackhawks game this past Sunday, March 10th.
Leading up to the big day was a blur of pre-performance jitters and pure thrill. The energy in the week leading up to the game was intense. The phrase "practice makes perfect" took on a whole new meaning. We spent countless hours dialing in our set list, trying to ensure every harmony was just right before performing at such a massive venue. With 24 hours to go, I could hardly contain myself:
"In a little over 24 hours we will be taking the stage at the United Center! Been practicing our set list for the Hawks game... I’m beyond thrilled for this opportunity!!!"
As exciting as it was to perform at the legendary Madhouse on Madison, what made this experience truly unforgettable was who I got to share the stage with. I was performing alongside one of my most talented students, Bella!
Watching a student grow is always rewarding, but getting to share a professional stage of this magnitude with her was a moment I will cherish forever.
When I look back at how I felt right before we went on, the only way to describe it was pure adrenaline and excitement. It was an incredible, overwhelming, and life-changing opportunity.
Thank you to the Chicago Blackhawks organization for having us, to everyone who showed up to cheer us on, and to Bella for being such a rockstar.
Go Hawks!